The Accounting Podcast

The Accounting Podcast


Latest Episodes

What I Did On My Summer Vacation
August 01, 2024

Blake and David examine Blake's month-long working vacation in Southern California, and talk benefits of remote work for accountants. They also explore recent surveys on accounting firm satisfaction and the use of AI in tax practices and then delve into t

Why Trump's Plan To Raise Tariffs Will Backfire
July 25, 2024

Blake and David Leary dive into several hot topics in the accounting world including the IRS's renewed focus on enforcement, targeting high-income individuals and non-filers, as well as the push to regulate non-credentialed tax preparers. They also explor

Intuit's Shift to AI Failed on Day One
July 16, 2024

In light of recent events, Blake and David examine assassination attempts on US presidents, providing historical context. They move on to Intuit's recent layoffs, critiquing the company's communication strategy and exploring potential AI improvements for

Death, Taxes, and AI
July 09, 2024

Today, Blake and David explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping accounting, discussing its potential to handle 70% of information-based tasks and impact workflows like data collection, reconciliation, and client services. They criticize the curren

Pig Butchering & Mouse Jiggling
July 02, 2024

Blake and David explore the intersection of AI, remote work, and accounting technology. They take a look at the phenomenon of "mouse jiggling," examine various AI tools reshaping the accounting industry, and analyze a survey showing widespread adoption of

Outsourcing 101 for Accounting Firms with Kwame Agyei
July 01, 2024

Kwame Agyei, founder and CEO of Appoynt, joins Blake and David to discuss the benefits of outsourcing specific business functions like accounts receivable management. Kwame shares his unique journey from accountant to entrepreneur and offers practical adv

What CFOs Are Thinking: AI, Talent Crisis, Gen Z, and More
June 26, 2024

Adam Zaki of CFO.com joins Blake and David to explore the trends reshaping the industry, from AI to the talent shortage. They dive into the murky waters of corporate financial controls and audit practices. They also examine what makes a truly effective CF

ChatGPT Beats Humans at Financial Statement Analysis
June 20, 2024

SponsorsLiveFlow - http://accountingpodcast.promo/liveflowRightRev - http://accountingpodcast.promo/rightrevMakers Hub - http://accountingpodcast.promo/makershubChapters(00:38) - Blake's Conference Adventures (03:13) - AI and the Future of Auditing (05:

The Compelling Case for Nearshoring Accounting to Argentina
June 17, 2024

Discover the compelling advantages of nearshoring your accounting and finance functions to Argentina. In this episode, Nicolás Villafañe, partner at South Offices, shares his insider perspective on why Argentina is a top destination for accessing skilled

Will Intuit Go Red in the 2024 Election?
June 13, 2024

Blake and David get brutally honest about why pricey accounting conferences are a no-go and how the industry sidelines neurodivergent professionals. You'll also get a rundown of the rebranded Intuit Connect event's new direction, the political firestorm a